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Position Overview & Specifications
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*** United Kingdom based candidates only. ***
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About us
PeerJ is an academic publisher with the aim to make access to peer-reviewed scientific research literature openly available to all. We publish journals in the areas of biology, medicine, environment, chemistry, and computer science.
We are seeking a talented Vue.js Frontend Developer to join our team. As a Vue.js Frontend Developer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing user interface components using Vue.js and Vuetify frameworks. You will work closely with the product and design team to translate specs into functional web applications.
Pay in the range of £45,000 - £65,000 depending on experience, including academic publishing industry experience.
Responsibilities:
- Develop new user-facing and internal staff features using Vue.js framework
- Moving PeerJ closer to being a full PWA as we work to convert older JavaScript/HTML to using Vue
- Build reusable code and libraries for future use
- Collaborate with product and design teams to define and implement new features
- Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
- Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
- Participate in code reviews, testing and debugging of the codebase
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in web development and JavaScript frameworks
Skills & Experience
- Degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Proven experience as a Vue.js Frontend Developer or similar role
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Vue.js framework
- CSS pre-processors (e.g. SASS), JavaScript, build tools like Browserify, and WebPack
- Familiarity with Git version control system and NPM package manager
- Knowledge of RESTful APIs (GraphQL) and how to integrate with them
- Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest or Cypress is a plus
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
- A portfolio of previous work demonstrating experience with Vue.js development
- A genuine desire to work on improving affordable Open Access
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Profit sharing
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Yearly bonus
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Vue.js developer to innovate on Open Access to research roles across PeerJ's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £45,000 - £65,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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